Experience

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  Control Devices, Inc.

  • Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, United States

  • HR/Accounting Manager

    • Jan 2020 - Present
    • Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, United States

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  Say it in Proper Spanish

  • Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

  • Founder/Interpreter & Translator

    • 2010 - Present
    • Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

    I specialize in English-to-Spanish and Spanish-to-English translation and interpreting services exclusively. This focus allows me to provide to my clients first-rate quality. All written materials translated have an editing process that assures you complete accuracy, which includes checking for correct grammar and punctuation, as well as format.As a professional I abide by the code of ethics, based in part by the American Translators Association, and my personal and professional ethical values. I will perform my services using proper comprehensible Spanish Language not focusing on any specific geographical region or dialect. I also serve as a Spanish Tutor

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  TSHA - Servicing those with hearing loss

  • Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

  • Accounting Director

    • Nov 1998 - Dec 2019
    • Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

    • Implemented new non-profit accounting software – speeding profitability.• Prepare monthly and year-end financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets and trial balance in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.• Communicates monthly reporting requirements, including formats and deadlines to department heads, including the implementation of new accounting standards as needed.• Handle multiple accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Payroll, Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivables, Petty Cash, and Maintenance of accounting files.• Prepare quarterly financial reporting to the Tulsa Area United Way Finance committee.• Complete and file Sales tax reports and payroll quarterly reports, as well as yearly W-2’s for employees and 1099’s for vendors.• Reconcile general ledger balance sheet accounts, including inter-fund accounts receivable and payable, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities, to ensure accurate financial reporting.• Coordinate with treasurer function and reconciles cash accounts to the respective bank statements.• Assist independent auditor in coordinating the external annual audit. • Oversee and work in cooperation with the Interpreter Referral Program staff regarding the Interpreter Referral Program accounting.• Manage all HR activities, including employment, compensation and benefits, employee relations and personal records.• Oversee property management including leasing and management of building property, schedule of routine maintenance, needed repairs, and tenants’ communications.• Developed several Excel spreadsheet macros currently in use for reducing entry time and automatically cross-referencing for errors.• Implemented work processes to improve productivity and segregation of duties to comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

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  TCT La Fuente

  • Marion, IL

  • Consultant - Independent Contractor

    • 2011 - Dec 2013
    • Marion, IL

    Provided assistance to clients with limited English/Spanish proficiency to improve the quality of communication between business partners and ease the services for clientele.

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  Community Action Project of Tulsa County

  • Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

  • Accountant II

    • Nov 2006 - May 2007
    • Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

    Prepare documentation and support for billing submission and periodic financial reporting to grantors, including all related accounting entries.Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy of financial records.Prepare cash receipts coding for daily and/or weekly bank deposits.Research and prepare information and documentation for special projects and management requests.Implement and document processes and procedures for new grants and tasks.Maintain accounting functions related to the Early Childhood Program ProCare software and childcare revenue collections.Establish and maintain Oklahoma Pilot Early Childhood Program reporting requirements for the State Pilot Program partners.Assist with periodic audits and reviews including independent audits, grantor audits and compliance reviews.Provide professional and efficient customer service to internal and external contacts.

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  Commercial Financial Services

  • Bilingual Account Officer

    • Jan 1998 - Nov 1998

    Responsible for the liquidation or restructure of performing credit cards.Contact customers by telephone to negotiate the best possible arrangements and recommended same to Delegation of Authority.Adhere strictly to company policies and FDCPA regulations.Maintain excellent oral and written communications and negotiation skills

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  Sallie Mae

  • Killeen/Temple, Texas Area

  • Accountant I

    • 1991 - 1997
    • Killeen/Temple, Texas Area

    Managed team of financial analysts, including daily, weekly, and monthly work assignments.Perform monthly financial reconciliation. Responsible for analytical review procedures in connection with preparation of monthly financial statements.Review payments posted to company database to assure accuracy compliance and authenticity.Provide technical expertise to ensure requirements and servicing guidelinesConduct department quality control reviews. Develop and implement new policies and procedures, spreadsheet and formats to facilitate the work flow.Motivate and assist employees to ensure timely submission of reports.Supervise projects when developing/designing new programs.Assist training department in implementing training and/or developing programs.Participate in conference calls and special projects within all centers of the company and third party clients.